A Private Viewing of Mani Kohlis' 2012 Khubsoorat Saree Collection

Last night I attended a private viewing of Mani Kohli’s Khubsoorat Saree collection. The doors to her store opened for a private evening with canapés and drinks, showcasing the hottest trends in sarees. Models came out in 6 modern contemporary statement pieces Mani designed, that she feels should be worn by women today. The evening was beautifully put together with the main lady herself draped in a gorgeous red ensemble and jewellery. The sarees she showcased were very much in line with the ethos of her designs which personally for me, couples vibrant colour and stone work very well. My favourite piece on the night was an elegant red, black and white saree with stunning sequin work.


Mani has a very special place in my heart as she was the first fashion designer I shot for. It was only my second shoot and it was her clothes and demeanour that made me want to be in this business a long time. She was so encouraging and complimentary. She also is a complete professional and takes time to speak to her clients and understand their couture needs. This is testament to why she has been around for so long!

The event overall was elegant with many established faces from Green Street turning up to support Mani. I was particularly overwhelmed to reunite with Neelam from Neelam Beauty. Neelam is actually the reason why I started modelling. She was the lady who scouted me when I was 15 years old and asked me to appear in her beauty campaign for the original Asian Woman magazine in Bow. It was great seeing her after so many years and we promised to meet up soon. You can view details of her hair and beauty packages here http://www.neelamshairandbeauty.com/

Attending the night were also the lovely Kyles Jewellery owners, Nisha and Malkit Dadi. Kyles is next door to Khubsoorat and they have a long-standing relationship with Mani as well. I know Nisha personally and have modelled for Kyles Jewellery many times. They also created bespoke sets for me and my family. It is always lovely meeting up with Nisha and even after all these years in the business she continues to possess a very personable manner when you meet her. You can view their collections here http://www.kylescollection.com

Personally for me, attending last night was a humbling experience. I met so many people who were there for me when I started modelling in the late 90’s and it was amazing to see how much these individuals and businesses had grown.

So to all the budding make-up artists, fashion designers and entrepreneurs… this is how it is done.

For more information on Khubsoorat, please visit http://www.khubsooratcollection.com/


The press for the night was organised by Revolution PR.

#Gfashion: I am wearing a coral chiffon and silk beaded dress from Camden market with a navy Zara blazer and black suede stilletos.

Lots of Love
Gulzaeb x x x

With the lady herself, Mani Kohli

With Neelam from Neelams Hair

With Bees Owner and twitter follwer Sushil

With Make Up artist Gini Bhogal and Mani

With Mani Kohli in her Green Street Fashion Boutique

Complimentary chocolates... yum!